NCC

National Cadet Corps

The National Cadet Corps (NCC) is a Voluntary Organisation, which is administered through the Ministry of Defence. NCC is the largest uniformed youth organization. Its motto is ‘Unity and Discipline’. In living up to its motto, the NCC strives to be and is one of the greatest cohesive forces of the nation, bringing together the youth hailing from different parts of the country and moulding them into united, secular and disciplined citizens of the nation.

In India, The NCC was formed under the National Cadet Corps Act of 1948. It can be traced back to the “University Corps”, which was created under the Indian Defense Act 1917, with the objective to make up for the shortage in the Army. The National Cadet Corps is the youth wing of Armed Forces with its Headquarters at New Delhi, Delhi, India. It is open to school and college students on a voluntary basis. National Cadet Corps is a Tri-Services Organization, comprising the Army, Navy and Air Wing, engaged in grooming the youth of the country into disciplined and patriotic citizens.

Key Highlights

– Cadets’ Selection: Cadets underwent rigorous training and multiple selection levels to participate in various events, including the Best Cadets, Drill Contingent for Kartavyapath, Prime Minister’s Rally, and Guard of Honour.

– Welcome at Delhi: Cadets arrived in Delhi on December 26th and were warmly received by the Director General of NCC.

– Events and Activities: The camp featured various events, including home visits to prominent dignitaries, such as the Army Chief, Air Chief, Naval Chief, Prime Minister, and President of India. Cadets also attended dinner with the Defence Minister of India.

Notable Achievements

Aims of NCC

The ‘Aims’ of the NCC laid out in 1988 have stood the test of time and continue to meet the requirements expected of it in the current socio–economic scenario of the country. The NCC aims at developing character, comradeship, discipline, a secular outlook, the spirit of adventure and ideals of selfless service amongst young citizens. Further, it aims at creating a pool of organized, trained and motivated youth with leadership qualities in all walks of life, who will serve the Nation regardless of which career they choose. Needless to say, the NCC also provides an environment conducive to motivating young Indians to join the armed forces

DG NCC’S CARDINAL PRINCPLES 

• Obey with a smile
• Be Punctual
• Work hard and without fuss
• Make no excuses and tell no lies

MOTTO – Unity and Discipline (Ekta aur Anushasan)

NCC PLEDGE – We the cadets of the national cadet corps, do solemnly pledge that we shall always uphold the unity of India. We resolve to be disciplined and responsible citizen of our nation. We shall undertake positive community service in the spirit of selflessness and concern for our fellow beings.